Occupational Therapist OT / Certified Hand Therapist - Full Time - Outpatient

Family Health West is looking for a passionate OT to join our growing rehab team. The outpatient rehab department is hiring an Occupational Therapist who is a skilled hand therapist, preferably with CHT credentials.

Family Health West has a robust rehab program for inpatient, outpatient, and pediatric care. We are a rural-based critical access hospital serving a wide variety of patients across Western Colorado. Our outpatient rehab department has a comprehensive team of therapists within the PT, OT, and SLP disciplines with an experienced staff who are serious about patient-centered care and great outcomes, along with excellent customer service. Candidates for this position can expect a team-based atmosphere and clinical autonomy. We have great relationships with our multidisciplinary teams as well as our referring physicians.

Outpatient therapy workflows include 45-minute visits one-on-one with your patient with extra time for new patients and custom splinting applications. You'll have strong support from rehab aide staff and a friendly and courteous front desk team to meet our patients' needs. Our salary ranges are competitive, and we provide opportunities for merit pay incentives as well as a sign-on or relocation bonus. If you are interested in a small-town atmosphere where we focus on the patient's needs while working a therapist-friendly schedule, and have support from staff and management, then this is the place for you. Candidates should have a strong skillset in hand based care of patients needing post-operative and non-operative care of upper extremity injuries, including custom splinting applications. CHT credentials are preferred, but therapists with experience in this area working towards CHT certification are encouraged to apply as well.

About Family Health West

Our roots go deep founded by the community in 1946, it's no wonder our hospital feels like coming home. We were built from the ground up with the hands of our own community, a labor of dedication and hope by our people, for our people, for the future.

At Family Health West we go beyond what corporate hospitals deliver, we've created a culture of prosperity where warmth, passion, and care flourishes. As we focus on continually improving outcomes for patients, our network of healthcare providers includes a 25-bed critical access hospital, one of the largest rehab providers in western Colorado, outpatient surgical services, specialty clinics, emergency services, skilled nursing, and assisted living facilities.

Nestled at the base of the Colorado National Monument, Family Health West has an outdoor paradise at your back door. The community culture is fitting for outdoor lovers, bikers, hikers, or those just simply soaking in the panoramic views.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

• Reliable and punctual attendance is essential; expected to be at job as scheduled each scheduled day.
• Communicate necessary information to others as appropriate.
• Evaluate and treat acute care and swing bed patients as prescribed by a licensed physician, with a wide spectrum of diagnoses.
• Supervise and direct occupational therapy assistants, occupational therapy students and rehab aides.
• Perform an appropriate assessment on each patient, as related to the therapy requested and provided, and reassessing as per policy. This includes pediatric, adolescent, and geriatric patients, and the general patient population.
• Formulate a teaching plan based on identified learning needs and evaluating effectiveness of learning; family is included in teaching, as appropriate.
• Demonstrate knowledge and proficiency of occupational therapy modalities.
• Treat patients and their families with respect and dignity. Identify and address psychosocial needs of patients and families.
• Manage and operate equipment safely and correctly. Maintain department cleanliness and safety.
• Interact professionally with patient / family and involve patient / family in the formation of the plan of care.
• Communicate appropriately and clearly to physicians, staff, and administrative team.
• Coordinate and direct patient care to ensure patients' needs are met and hospital policy is followed.
• Maintain records pertinent to the personnel and operation of the department.
• Demonstrate an ability to be flexible, organized, and function under stressful situations.
• Maintain a good working relationship, both within the department and with other departments.
• Consult other departments as appropriate to collaborate in patient care and performance improvement activities.
• Ensure that patient charges are accurate and entered within 24 hours of service.
• Complete required documentation, including progress notes, daily notes, discharge notes, and insurance forms within 24 hours of service. Complete patient evaluations within 24 hours of service.
• Participate in educational staff performance improvement in services. Assist with orientation and in-service training for certified department staff members. Participate in guidance and educational programs.
• Coordinate, delegate, and supervise responsibilities assigned to supportive staff (COTA, Rehabilitation Services, Aides, etc.).
• Ensure that patient charges are accurate and entered on a timely basis.
• Participate in infection control, departmental equipment training, and organizational safety and fire safety programs.
• Other job related duties as assigned.

EDUCATION : 1.

Education

Bachelor's degree (B.A.), Master's degree (M.A.) or Doctoral degree or equivalent from an accredited college or university with a program accredited by the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) required.

2.

Licenses

Current State of Colorado Occupational Therapy license in good standing.

3.

Certifications

Current registration with the National Occupational Therapy Certification Board (NOTCB), Current BLS Certification

4.

Experience

One or more years of previous experience in all aspects of occupational therapy preferred.

Wage starts at $38.85 and goes up with experience

Full-time 40 hours per week (8 am to 5 pm)

Immunizations required for employment; including flu vaccine

Ask us about Our Incentive Based Bonus Plan that pays out Quarterly!

FHW offers a full benefits package including :

FOR ALL EMPLOYEES :

Employee Assistance Program

403 (B) with 4% match from FHW and zero day vesting schedule

FOR FULL TIME EMPLOYEES WORKING AT LEAST 30 HOURS A WEEK

Medical Plan Options :

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance / Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance

Disability Insurance with a Short and Long Term Option.

Critical Illness and Accident Plans

Cafeteria Options : Health Reimbursement / Flex Savings

A host of other options to include : Pet Insurance, Identity Protection, Travel protection, etc.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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